Ozzie’s title was president of football operations, essentially a GM. He has constructed every team the Ravens have produced since Day 1 starting by drafting future HOFers Ogden and Lewis.

I wish that guy was my GM

]]>By: rocketcrabhttp://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1640057
Thu, 15 Mar 2012 11:33:24 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1640057—————————————-
^^Hi there football newbie. The Eagles offensive philosophy revolves around misdirection, pulling guards, getting out on RB and WR screens. Big Ben Grubbs and the Ravens prefer a more direct blocking scheme, blocking down on a DT, then moving forward to a LB, not much side to side or pulling movement.

Yes, I’ve been paying attention, but I can dream, can’t I? We’ve needed help on that o-line for years.

Ozzie has a Super Bowl, and Colbert has two. I’m a diehard Steelers fan and thrilled with the job Colbert has done. However, we’ve had some other great talents in that position through the years (like Dick Haley, who got us four Super Bowls). As for Ozzie … I’m a Bama fan. He may work for the enemy, but Ozzie is family :)

]]>By: bikeman99http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638611
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:25:38 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638611Oh how I wish the Steelers would host some offensive linemen … sigh. I have all the respect in the world for Colber, but I love Ozzie.

I’m afraid I don’t get what you mean – isn’t a bloack a block? I’m being serious, not trying to be a smarta##.

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^^Hi there football newbie. The Eagles offensive philosophy revolves around misdirection, pulling guards, getting out on RB and WR screens. Big Ben Grubbs and the Ravens prefer a more direct blocking scheme, blocking down on a DT, then moving forward to a LB, not much side to side or pulling movement.

Colbert even admitted to leveraging the future of the team and “using the credit card” as he’s done in the past. Well Colbert, you must be betting those TV contracts are gonna be HUGE!!! because you quite literally handcuffed the next five years for this one upcoming season. We’ll see if it pays off but I’m willing to bet you’ll take a hit when that dead money comes into play.

]]>By: how887http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638563
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:12:30 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638563He needs the Eagles more than we need him. If he’s not a country bumpkin he will sign with the Eagles.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 22:12:25 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638562The only way Philadelphia could get away with losing Mathis is if they sign Grubbs.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:56:31 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638501He doesn’t look big enough for our ravens but he’s only a rank under grubbs so lets look into this
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:55:55 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638496ICDogg says:
Mar 14, 2012 5:16 PM
Makes no sense for the Ravens. They don’t have the same type of scheme as the Eagles employed last year which enabled Mathis to thrive.

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I’m afraid I don’t get what you mean – isn’t a bloack a block? I’m being serious, not trying to be a smarta##.

]]>By: clayton43http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638400
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:37:09 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638400Ravens cant afford Grubbs because of their salary cap situation, I like Mathis but at how much cheaper would he be and is hard to replacce Grubbs on the OL with a 30 year old with some injury probs and benifitted from Vick being able to scramble around… Please Baltimore … sign him !!!
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:29:26 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638368Deb says:
Mar 14, 2012 5:00 PM
Oh how I wish the Steelers would host some offensive linemen … sigh. I have all the respect in the world for Colber, but I love Ozzie.

Very similar philosophies. Can’t argue with the results in either case. I’d have to give Oz the edge in creativity, though.

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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:16:18 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638308Makes no sense for the Ravens. They don’t have the same type of scheme as the Eagles employed last year which enabled Mathis to thrive.
]]>By: polo550http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638275
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:09:28 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638275Don’t know much about this guy but would rather have Grubbs back. On the other hand, if he can do the same job as Grubbs or better at a cheaper salary I’m down for it.
]]>By: steelsuckhttp://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638272
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:08:56 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638272Once in the castle, it’s usually a done deal. I would prefer Grubbs return but will settle for Mathis. Get it done Oz!
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:08:19 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638267Eagles need to resign him.He fit really well in Mudd’s scheme.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:07:11 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638264Eagles need to keep him. Perfect fit for their system.
]]>By: Debhttp://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638239
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 21:00:19 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638239Oh how I wish the Steelers would host some offensive linemen … sigh. I have all the respect in the world for Colber, but I love Ozzie.
]]>By: asw1028http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638233
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:58:43 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638233I cant believe the Eagles might let go of him…Ive heard that Mudd prefers more athletic lineman, who can be found later in the draft, but Mathis is a really solid player and you cant discount the value of continuity (look at the Giants’ offensive line from the past 4-5 seasons).
]]>By: laeaglefanhttp://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2012/03/14/free-agent-guard-mathis-to-visit-the-ravens-tonight/#comment-1638225
Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:56:50 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638225I don’t know what the Eagles are thinking on this one but if they don’t wake up they’re going to lose Mathis.
Its not like they really have any viable replacement waiting in the wings. Maybe they’re letting Mathis establish his value by getting other offers and then they’ll decide if they want to match.
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Wed, 14 Mar 2012 20:46:26 +0000http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=387423#comment-1638170Eagles need to resign this guy now that the DJax deal is done. He was a solid part of our OLine last year and we need that continuity on the field.
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